Dear Camp Liberty Community,

It's time to think about the summer months! Educational Arts Team (EdArts) is excited to announce Camp Liberty’s 42nd summer! We wanted to share the details we have confirmed so far:

About Educational Arts Team’s Camp Liberty

Often referred to as "the hidden gem” of Jersey City, EdArts sits on 5 acres of land and is a place of contrast: a suburban camp in an urban setting. A fifty-year old institution serving Jersey City students, youth, families, and educators, EdArts delivers over 300 school-based art education programs and enrolls over 400 campers through our “Camp Liberty” summer program. 

EdArts engages young people with arts-based programs that connect creativity with critical thinking in order to stimulate personal growth and academic achievement by making their learning experience more meaningful. The arts provide powerful tools for children to achieve academic success, increase self-esteem, and are at the center of all EdArts programs. We believe all young people should have the opportunity to think, create, reflect, and be heard within a community of engaged learners.

Camp Liberty offers children ages 6 to 12 an outlet for artistic expression, a safe space to have social interactions, and structured recreational activities. The goal of Camp Liberty is to create a welcoming and safe environment using EdArts’ techniques grounded in the arts and social emotional learning, to make positive and memorable experiences and in turn nurture personal growth. We are proud of our 40+ year history of innovative camp programming that connects creativity with critical thinking to stimulate personal growth at Camp Liberty and beyond. Camp Liberty is located in Liberty State Park, and includes an in-ground swimming pool, softball field, multi-purpose field, handball courts, playground, changing areas, covered pavilion, gazebo, and stage. Campers can choose from an array of activities such as theater, ceramics, arts & crafts, recreation, dance, music, swimming, and more.

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Teen Summer Camp Liberty (Ages 13-15)

We will have a separate teen cohort with activities geared towards those ages 13-15. They will participate in an array of activities such as theater, arts & crafts, sports, dance, music, swimming and more. There will be pre-scheduled field trips for the teen cohort.

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Camper Eligibility

To be eligible to attend Camp Liberty, a camper must turn six by the first day of the desired session. All campers must be able to independently use the bathroom and change into and out of swim attire without assistance from a counselor. Campers should be able to participate in a group setting, as well as choose an activity, and stick with that activity for about 45-60 minutes. Campers should be able to participate safely and appropriately within a 1:15 ratio of staff to campers. We expect all campers, staff, and families to contribute to a safe camp environment for all. 

Campers are expected to function in a group setting in a positive and cooperative manner that displays kindness, acceptance and respect for self and others. If your camper needs an accommodation to have a successful camp experience, please contact us to further discuss by emailing us at info@educationalartsteam.org or by calling 201-432-1912.